Category: World News

Fresh Claims Surround Ben Needham Disappearance as Man Asserts He Is the Missing Child

A man in his thirties has come forward, believing he may be Ben Needham, who vanished on Kos in 1991. His claims are based on birthmarks, DNA results, and lack of birth records. Ben's family rejects accusations of refusing DNA tests and stresses their ongoing search. Police continue to investigate every possibility.

UK Greenlights £38 Billion Sizewell C Nuclear Power Project with Major Private Investment

The UK approved the £38 billion Sizewell C nuclear plant, attracting investment from EDF, Centrica, and others. Aimed at powering 6 million homes and supporting 10,000 jobs, it's projected to be 20% cheaper than Hinkley Point C. Officials call it a major step in boosting energy security and cutting carbon emissions.

Dozens Dead as Israeli Troops Fire on Palestinians at Gaza Food Aid Centers

Israeli forces opened fire at Palestinians trying to reach food aid in Gaza, killing dozens and injuring many more. Witnesses describe chaos and lethal force, challenging official military statements. The violence puts a spotlight on the severe humanitarian situation in Gaza and complications with the new aid system.

Albanian Intelligence Agents Exposed by Public Payment Data Leak

Albania's intelligence agency exposed dozens of its operatives—some stationed in NATO—by posting payment records online. The leak included names, roles, IDs, and sensitive organizational details. Despite warnings, the agency failed to promptly secure the data, raising serious questions about its information security.

Trump Officials Deport Migrants to Eswatini in Little-Known Third-Country Transfer

The Trump administration quietly sent five migrants from various countries to Eswatini under a third-country deal. This unexpected move caught diplomats by surprise and raised questions about the nation’s ability to absorb non-citizens and the transparency of such agreements.

Safety Concerns Erupt After Scots Tourist’s Fatal Balcony Fall at Ibiza Rocks Hotel

Evan Thomson, a 26-year-old from Aberdeen, fell to his death from a sixth-floor balcony at Ibiza Rocks Hotel while on holiday. Family and friends are outraged over lax safety measures and have demanded answers from the hotel and authorities. The case has sparked urgent calls for stricter safety protocols in party hotels.

Mallorca Hotels Push Back on Anti-Tourism Protests with Welcoming Billboard Blitz

Mallorca's hotel industry has blanketed the island with English and German billboards encouraging tourists to feel welcome, following street protests calling for limits on mass tourism. The hotel federation aims to protect the island’s tourism image and economy amid rising local tensions.

Europe’s Military Dogs in Israel: Dutch Exports Spark Outcry Over Palestinian Attacks

Dutch company Four Winds K9 has exported over 100 military dogs to Israel, where they're reportedly used against Palestinians, including children and medical personnel. Human rights groups demand action as calls grow to stop these exports and investigate the corporate role in alleged abuses.

US Drops Support for Palestinian Statehood, Says Ambassador—A Landmark Shift in Middle East Policy

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said that an independent Palestinian state is no longer a key US goal, opening a new chapter in US Middle East policy. He suggested Palestinian statehood could require land from other Muslim-majority countries instead, sparking criticism and raising questions about the future of the two-state solution.

TikTok Algorithm Pushes Far-Right Content as Polish Election Runoff Nears

A probe finds TikTok's algorithm strongly favors far-right content in Poland ahead of the presidential election runoff, showing a bias toward nationalist candidate Karol Nawrocki over centrist Rafal Trzaskowski, despite Trzaskowski's bigger online following. The EU is now investigating, worried about impacts on democracy.